Maui Trip Report
 

Yesterday I typed a detailed and lengthy trip report and then lost the post. So I'll do this in pieces. <BR>ATA flight on time both ways, nice surprise. Pleasant flight except for lots of crying babies. <BR>Everything was smooth with Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays. Stayed at Kaanapali Shores, loved it. One bedroom oceanview, perfect. Got $200 beach club dollars which took care of plenty of mai tais. The beach club is a good restaurant, had ona and filet mignon twice there. <BR>First night, dinner at Leilani's -- Whaler's village, saw first rainbow. Had Opakapaka. <BR>

Definitely worth the extra for the convertible. Weather was great, but lots of clouds so no amazing sunsets but it was always beautiful. <BR>Ate at Longhi's twice. Ordered lobster longhi last night, $80 for 2, $55 for 1. The platter for one was enough to feed 3. Pasta, lobster, seafood, etc. Huge. <BR>ATe at Mama's fish once. Pretty restaurant but very very pricey. Dinner prices at lunch. Ok to do once. <BR>Oh, at Longhi's they don't really have a menu except outside on the building. <BR>The waitress SIT down at your table and explain everything, (except the prices, very smart of them) <BR>Went to Hana and lucked out. No traffic either way. Been before but this was totally amazing. It rained a bit while we were in the rain forest. Very nice. We started out about 8am on Wed. My BF loved all the curves of the road. <BR> <BR>

Hi Cindy <BR>Is this the same Cindy who wrote a few weeks ago asking about the boyfriend who cancelled on Maui then decided to go last minute? If yes, please tell, how did everything turn out? I've been waiting to hear how your trip went? Did boyfriend enjoy himself. Was it as romantic as you'd hope it would be? Hope you had a great time. Please tell more.. <BR>

Yes, Roxanne, it's me. 99.5% was totally fabulous! We had a couple of very minor disagreements, like when we were on the beach at the hotel and I was going to bring mai tais, he wanted me to put shoes (platforms) on (because he likes shoes), I soon broke him of that. We were together 24/7 for 9 days and it was really great. Haven't ever spent so much time together. He finally relaxed. The weather was so good, in the 80's with cool trade winds. We had several very romantic dinners and bought excellent Ahi at the market, which we ate for breakfast or snacks. Loved the condo at the shores.

After losing my report yesterday I didn't want to make it too long, in case it happens again. <BR>Last 2 days spent on beachs north of Kaanapali. Don't have the map and can't remember the names...but easy to find. Drive up to where the road narrows and watch for all the cars parked on the road. Great snorkeling. <BR>First Beach is called W_______ State Beach, lots and lots of stairs. Very clear very blue water, lots of coral reefs great fish. Nice sandy beach. <BR>The other beach is even prettier, there is a pathway that says keep out, but it doesn't matter everyone goes thru. You have to walk thru the most amazing jungle/forest type trees (Sooooo beautiful) to get to the beach. The name of the beach starts with an H. H_____ Bay. easy to find on map. So worth it! The cove is so calm it is like a lake! <BR>Everyone was very nice in Maui, it was altogether heaven. Can't wait to go back. Might take a long weekend myself. Definitely use the Entertainment Card. Thanks for asking, Roxanne. We had a really wonderful time together and it was just what we needed, although we could have used two more days! Time goes so quickly.

Wow. That's wonderful! Sounds like you two had a great time after all!! I'm sure you are glad your boyfriend ended up going after all. I'm sure you would have been thinking about him if he didn't go. Sounds like a much needed vacation for the both of you. We also stayed at the Aston Kaanapali Shore. We love that place. We had an oceanview condo. Very nice and accomadating. Could you go there by yourself? I'm glad boyfriend did decide to go. He owes you that much for your happiness!

Thanks, Roxanne. Yes, we had the best time we've had in four years together. I guess we need more vacations just us. Preferably in Maui. Sure I would have missed him alot if I went alone this time, but I think I could definitely go for a long weekend alone. Soon. He won't be ready to go back until Oct, Nov or Dec. Maui is actually cheaper than going to Vegas for me. I'm a slot player so the money definitely goes farther in Maui. Although, I did win most of this trip for a friendly 50cent machine a couple of months ago. <BR>I really love the Shores too, maybe we should stop talking about it or everyone will go and they won't have any vacancies when we come back (heheh). <BR>Seriously, we saw the Hyatt and it WAS beautiful, but I prefer a more casual atmosphere for Maui.

Roxanne, check out my post on Maui soap. I found the best soaps, oils and lotions, they smell so great!

Cindy, <BR> <BR>So glad to hear you and your BF had a wonderful time! I was hoping to get your report before I left for Maui on Thursday. <BR> <BR>I want to hear about everything. Did you go to the Old Lahaina Luau? How was Leilani's? We have reservations there too. <BR> <BR>Do you have any recommendations for my packing list? Any clothes you wish you had/hadn't brought? <BR> <BR>I just bought my underwater camera. Can't wait for the first day of snorkeling! <BR> <BR>Dan

Dan!!! good to hear from you! Wow, you are leaving on Thurs! I can't wait to go back, it was paradise (I've said that already, huh?) <BR>Went to the Hyatt Luau because we had a 2 for 1 from the package deal. We weren't really into it so much. <BR>Leilani's was good. Longhi's was REALLY good. But be sure to check out the prices on the building outside the restaurant because when the waitress sits down at your table to tell you the menu, she doesn't mention them (heheh). <BR>So great you have the underwater camera, you MUST go to the snorkeling places I mentioned before. Check the map, they are right next to each other. <BR>1st the W__________ State Beach, then the H_________ Bay ( you've GOT to see this place, the trees are beyond belief!!!!) <BR>Where are you staying?

ps. Dan, my BF mentioned many times how he wished he had an underwater camera and how the fish were simply unbelievable. <BR>Do take the Road to Hana (early on a weekday). <BR>(Don't bother with Mama's Fish, just my opinion) <BR>Oh, about the clothes. Yes, I have recommendations. Hardly take anything at all. <BR>Surprisingly enough you can find beachwear there at half the price of LA. <BR>My BF brought a ridiculous amount of shirts/clothes cuz he had no time to pack and couldn't decide. Take very little and you will be much happier. I packed really light and still didn't need some things. It did get chilly a couple of nights, but the last few nights were warm and sultry. God I miss it and we've only been back two days!!!!

Hi Cindy, <BR> <BR>That's exactly what I wanted to hear about the clothes. I really want to pack light...and definitely will be purchasing some Hawaiian shirts in Maui! <BR> <BR>I'll definitely try to get to Longhi's. We also have reservations at the Plantation House, Swan Court, and Roy's...but there are some open meals in there for Longhi's. <BR> <BR>I'm very excited for the snorkeling. The H____Bay place sounds fantastic. Is that a little north of the Kapulua area? We're staying at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel. <BR> <BR>I can't wait! And the weather forecast looks fabulous for the week!

Cindy, the beach I'm pretty sure you're referring to is called Honolua Bay, about 10 miles north of Kaanapali. When you walk down to this beach you see a lot of lush trees and hanging vines, so I'm sure this must be it. But the beach NEXT to it is actually called Mokule'ia Beach, so I don't undestand where the "W" comes from that you're referring to -- unless it's Windmills Beach which is not directly next to Honolua Bay like Mokule is!

Ted, I am pretty sure I read a sign on the first beach that said it was a state park, W something. It does show on the map but I don't have that with me. It's the beach right before the lush tree hanging vine beach (WOW was that gorgeous!!!) <BR>Dan, for lunch try the Lahaina Fish Market (I think that's the name) they seemed reasonable, had really really good Ahi, and we liked the Mai Tais.) <BR>Also, the retail stores are having a hard time, so you can find lots of sales on clothes. <BR>We also went to Kimo's for lunch. <BR>Dan, have you been to the K Beach before? How many days are you staying and who did you make the arrangements with?

Hi Cindy, <BR> <BR>We are going for 6 days (I wish it were more!)....but we will make the most of it. We actually booked the airfare, care and hotel separately, as it was cheaper than the packages we looked at. <BR> <BR>I can't wait until tomorrow! <BR> <BR>Dan

Hey, Dan! I am soooooooo excited for you! Have the very best time ever-- it really is paradise. And you can't pack light enough, heheheh, trust me. <BR>Check out the Aston Kaanapali Shores hotel while you are there. (maybe for your next trip...I love them!) <BR>Take care, and watch out for crazy drivers....most people are nice but my BF narrowly avoided an accident when some truck pulled out right in the path of our ongoing convertible. They sell pot on the road here and there so who knows? For the most part, the other drivers were much better than CA. <BR>

Thanks Cindy!! I will check out that thread in regards to the soaps and oils. We did buy some very nice smelling incents at Whalers Village in Maui. They smell wonderful!! <BR>Boy, I'm ready to head back myself. Lucky you live in CA so you can go more often at a cheaper rate.

I bought the Mango oil and use it in the bath and as a lotion. I want to order everything on their site but I have to eliminate a few items so I haven't done it yet. <BR>I am concentrating on recognizing I am very lucky to be 4 hrs and 40 min away, so it doesn't have to be too far in the future to go back. Be sure to get the entertainment card for the hotels when you go -- Wow! Such a Big Saver! <BR>I'm sorry for the East Coasters who have a 10 hr flight, but on the other hand I have always envied the NY'ers who can get to London and Paris in 5 or 6 hrs.

The beach with all the new concrete steps [before you used to have to risk your life getting down there] is indeed Mokuleia Marine Life Conservation District. There is no beach in the area that starts with a "W". <BR>Mokuleia's sands come and go with the seasons, narrow in winter, wider in summer. Snorkeling and surfing are great at both Mokuleia and Honolua. Just past Honolua Bay, you can watch the surfers [or hike right down the cliffs to see them up close] from the pineapple filds at Lipoa Point. Just around the bend, [at the end of the dirt road where they've bulldozed piles of dirt to keep you from driving further] is a pretty pool at the edge of the sea which is nirvana on a calm day, and several secluded little bays. It does require a climb down, so forget the platform shoes and stick with sneakers or hiking boots with a good tread. <BR>For more info and photos of everything I've written about, visit: <BR>http://www.discoveringhawaii.com <BR>After clicking "enter", click the red "guidebook updates" button in the left menu frame, then scroll down to see the Maui updates with these photos.

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Hey cindy <BR> <BR>Just booked a condo right next to the kaanapoli shores called the papakea resort, for new years for a week. Did you see it? What did you think? I still have time to cancel, but places are filling up fast for when we want to go. My wife and I are bringing our 22 month old son. Are any of the restaurants that you went to child friendly?

Cindy-I can't believe you had the nerve to post here after all the s*** you caused with your thread prior to leaving. Do yourself a favor and get some pyshological help--you need it!

By the way Cindy forgot to mention she paid for her loser boyfriend to go with her. THIS is the same guy that dumps her every couple of weeks and then she posted all her tales of woe on another thread. Cindy is a loser...

For all those who think Cindy is so wonderful read her other thread..She is a pathetic twisted person! <BR> <BR>Now it's Hawaii alone or not atall, don't know what to do... <BR> <BR> <BR> Author: cindy ([email protected]) <BR> Date: 5/09/2001, 3:40 pm ET <BR> <BR> Message: no doubt I'm going to sound like a horrible selfish person. so better to <BR> talk to strangers on a board than people who actually know me. <BR> My BF and I are supposed to leave on Sat for Maui. It's been unbelievably <BR> amazing to think of us alone on Maui for 8 days, it has been my dream for so <BR> long. Yesterday he told me his mother may need surgery during that time so he <BR> probably can't go. I can't tell you how I feel -- it's hard for us to ever get time off <BR> (me especially) and I've felt like having a mental breakdown for the past six <BR> months....desperately need a vacation, preferably with him. He broke up with <BR> me before at Christmas, we spent NYE apart, the holidays were the absolute <BR> worst. It's amazing how you can go from totally completely happy to the lowest <BR> place possible. I don't know whether to go without him (certainly the romance <BR> was a MAJOR part of this trip) I just don't know what to do...I am horribly <BR> selfish, huh.. <BR>

Boy you people are crazy. You have nothing else better to do than to pick on Cindy and her problems. Grow up and get a LIFE!

Cindy asked for it by posting her pathetic life on this forum. By the way, her so called trip report was lifted from someone else here.

You people (probably one individual, 2 @ the most) are "pathetic". I've been on other boards where people were really friendly, kind and enjoyed each other enough to plan a meet with over 150 in Vegas for a board party. Also on a Springsteen board where posters/board members had parties before the concerts on the tour. I've never, not even in cyberspace met the hostility and nastiness as here. <BR>Think what you want. And bytheway, find the trip report I supposedly stole. I read a ton of stuff here, learned alot before my trip and took some of the suggestions. Some of my observations were the same as a select few (for example, I didn't think Mama's Fish house was worth the price, and yes, you really should get a convertible) I personally wouldn't choose the Hyatt or the Sheraton because I prefer the casual condo style of the Shores. Go ahead, find a trip report (or make one up for that matter) that I supposedly took. <BR>I'm sure there are some nice people on this board who are here because they want to share/ask travel adventures. But, after reading several other travel boards -- this is the ONLY one where there is this kind of really ugly and nasty stuff going on. <BR>And to those of you who feel so inclined to give me advice on my relationships and life-- I'd like to see yours. All of my relationships have been long term, you know virtually nothing about me or guy -- so your opinions and advice mean absolutely nothing to me. You must be really sad, little people to do what you do. Seems to me the Hawaii posts bring out the real nuts here, and I don't really get why that would be so.. <BR>Anyway, I've seen good and bad places to be on message boards -- and this definitely was a trip into hell. <BR>I'm frankly surprised that a company like Fodors would allow such derisive attacks.

Duh Cindy if you would not have posted your pathetic soap opera life here maybe you would not have been attacked. Do us all a favor and see a shrink, you sure as hell need it. And in the future don't post your pathetic life on a travel board for heaven's sake....

cindy, i've been following your saga from probably your first post on a compeletely unrelated thread. in the beginning, i was sympathetic to your cause, and even defended you in one instance when i felt you were being unfairly attacked. but after the last couple of weeks, i've begun to believe that you thrive on the recent confrontations and being the center of attention, as evidenced by your constant responses to this board. i just don't understand how a supposed mature woman with a good head on her shoulders would find it necessary to defend herself against written assaults by people she doesn't even know, whom she probably will never meet. you're the only person to whom you should be held accountable for your actions and decisions. what do you care what people think about you and your life? please show us that you are not a troll and are, in fact, a mature person as you claim, by ending this useless diatribe. it's really not doing anyone any good, especially not you. if you have something topically relevant to say, then by all means post it, but if your posting just to see your name up on the board, please, just give us a break and end it.

to hell with you. Sounds like a great travel destination for someone of your quality. <BR>My so called "pathetic" life story involved a preplanned about to be interrupted vacation with the man I've loved for 4 yrs whose mother was about to have emergency surgery. I stated we had had a really rough few months (probably because we needed the vacation a long time ago). His mother has been in emergency twice since we returned and is finally getting surgery tomorrow. We had a fabulous time in Maui. How pathetic is that? My question had been should I go alone or not if he couldn't make it. You people are more than stupid.

You are just jealous because I won the state lottery powerball in Hawaii and now Don Ho and I are getting married. My BF is really jealous too.

Come on Cindy you have had 2 failed marriages and by all accounts this relationship in not the healthiest, in fact it sounds like your bf is abusive and you are a classic enabler. I agree with the above poster, I think you get a big kick out of seeing your name come up. Why else would you keep responding? My advice get some help and get your act together, when you do, you will find happiness and peace.

Cindy you are truly funny calling us stupid! ROTFLMAO. You are the one that posted your b/f and you broke up before (several times if I remember) he was being a complete rot to you, you had 2 failed marriages and you lied about your age a couple of times. You kept whining on and on how you disliked his mother etc. Why on earth did you post all of this stuff? Go back and read it. Your life sounds like a bad made for tv movie and your lies kept tripping themselves up. Your bf is a loser and you are naive. Now who is really stupid?? IMO, you need HELP! Instead of posting here all day why don't you call your EAP program or find a competent psyhologist who takes your insureance and make an appointment? Why don't you print out your tales of woe and take it with you and see what a trained doctor will say?

You people leave Cindy alone. She had a GREAT time on her vacation with the love of her life. This is Cindy's life and we have no right to be so abusive/ aggresive towards her because she went to Maui with her boyfriend. As long as she is happy that's all that matters. She obviously loves her boyfriend. We are not in Cindy's shoes. And who's to say she didn't really go to Hawaii? You don't know that. Who's to say other people on this board really and truly went to there destination.

Yea UGH Cindy's boyfriend is the love of her love, so were her 2 ex husbands. The gal is a nutcase....

I don't know where you all come from. I also live in S. Cal and I can tell you two ex husbands are not extreme grounds for mental illness. What right do you have to judge her because she's been married twice at over 40? Perhaps we should start a new thread where ya'll can confess how many years/times you've been married, divorced, cheated, etc. And whether or not you are still making love to the love of your lives? <BR>As far as I can tell, the only real mistake this poor girl made was asking advice from a bunch of judgemental, closed minded, losers.

you all voted for Bush, didn't you?

I wondered the same thing. <BR>If Cindy were married once and her husband cheated on and left her so she was afraid to date....she'd be sick, right? <BR>If C married once, husband hurt her and she switched to women, sick right? <BR>If she were 40+ and never been married, sick again, ??? <BR>If she dated only rich guys who took her to Maui, sick? <BR>I also would like to hear about all your little lives. <BR>Still with the first person you married-- still faithful? married at all? can you even get a date or do you just spend your time running down other people on message boards?

I see Cindy has her friends posting on here now defending her. Cindy is a nutcase because she posted her pathetic, soap opera life on here and she is a pathological liar. Has nothing to do with politics, believe me. She is a couple of bricks short of a full load.

And just because some people think differently than you they must be friends of Cindy's? <BR>hah!